Head of Commercial Property Insurance, Underwriting & Portfolio

GKES - Gunnar Kühne Executive Search GmbH

Leitung der gewerblichen Sachversicherung bei etabliertem Versicherungsunternehmen. Steuerung von Underwriting, Portfolio, KPIs und Transformationsprojekten.

Posted 8/22/2026full-timeNürnberg • 🇩🇪 GermanyLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in commercial property insurance, including underwriting, portfolio management, and acceptance policies, while driving innovation and digital transformation. Possesses strong analytical skills and a proven ability to manage operational processes and enhance revenue through strategic leadership.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Commercial Property Insurance ExpertiseUnderwriting Guidelines DevelopmentPortfolio ManagementProject ManagementLeadership Potential

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Hard Skills

UnderwritingPortfolio ManagementAcceptance PoliciesKPI AnalysisRevenue Growth StrategiesOperational Process OptimizationDigital TransformationChange ManagementAnalytical SkillsConceptual Skills

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsExcellent Communication SkillsSolution-Oriented MindsetEntrepreneurial MindsetCommitment to Innovation

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in Business AdministrationDegree in EconomicsInsurance Qualification

Industry Keywords

Commercial Property InsuranceIndustrial Property InsuranceKPI ReportingSales SupportStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Strategically and operationally lead a business unit within the commercial property insurance segment
Further develop the business area conceptually and position it appropriately in the market
Develop portfolio management approaches, underwriting guidelines, and underwriting policies in line with the company and division strategies
Prepare regular reports for senior management and support well-founded decisions based on relevant KPIs
Plan and implement measures to increase revenue and profitability
Organize, coordinate, and optimize operational processes, and manage the department according to qualitative and quantitative KPIs
Define and consistently implement the acceptance policy for commercial property insurance
Provide specialist support to Sales in complex customer and risk situations
Maintain and expand key major accounts, working closely with internal and external stakeholders
Drive innovation, digitalization, and transformation projects within the area of responsibility

Requirements

What you’ll need

Successfully completed degree in business administration, economics, or a related field with a focus on insurance, or an equivalent qualification
Several years of professional experience in commercial or industrial property insurance
Sound understanding of underwriting, portfolio management, acceptance policies, and underwriting guidelines
Management experience is an advantage; alternatively, demonstrated leadership potential and the ability to manage change effectively
Knowledge of project management, ideally including scaled agile projects
Enthusiasm for innovation and a strong interest in digitalization and the further development of existing business models
Strong analytical and conceptual skills, combined with an entrepreneurial mindset
Exceptional commitment, strong organizational skills, and a highly execution-focused approach
Confident presence, excellent communication skills, and the ability to effectively engage Sales, specialist departments, and senior management
Solution-oriented personality with a passion for shaping change, taking responsibility, and managing demanding transformation processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretion, professionalism, and integrity
Strong access to decision-makers in the insurance and financial services industries
Guidance and advice throughout the application process
Prompt feedback on your application documents